What to Do if You Have a Headache After a Car Accident

November 3, 2023

Video transcript:

Have you ever experienced a crippling headache if so imagine feeling that pain regularly for months or years into the Future Sounds like a nightmare doesn’t it unfortunately this nightmare could become your reality if you fail to seek medical attention for your headaches after a car accident hello there today I’m here to guide you about what you should do if you are experiencing headaches after a car accident can a car accident cause headaches many of our clients are perplexed when they start to experience headaches after a car accident they ask why do I have a headache if I didn’t hit my head it may seem counterintuitive but your head doesn’t have to collide with an object inside your car for you to experience headaches you can experience headaches as a result result of an extreme and sudden jols how long can headaches last after a car accident there is no way to accurately predict how long your headaches after a car accident will last it will depend on the nature and severity of your injuries which only a medical professional can determine some injuries resolve with a few days of self-care whereas others require surgery and prolonged treatment what step should I take for head pain after a car accident if you have head pain in the hours or days following a car accident seeking medical attention is crucial a personal injury Law Firm can be an excellent resource for getting you the help you need to speedily recover for example at Hensley legal we can schedule and manage appointments for you with medical providers We Trust when the time comes to negotiate a settlement we’ll handle that for you as well the best part is that we won’t charge you anything unless we win but remember in Indiana you generally won’t be eligible for a settlement from the other party’s insurer unless you are less than 50% at fault for the accident what kind of settlement can I expect for headaches after a car accident a settlement also known as compensatory damages may be paid out by the at fault driver’s insurance company to reimburse you for both your injuries and your pain and suffering a good settlement offer will take into account the impact the accident has had on your life so far as well as the impact it’s likely to have on your life life in the future for example if you are suffering from chronic crippling headaches after your car accident that caused you to have to resign from your desk job Your settlement should take into account the wages you lost a personal injury attorney can help ensure the insurer has the evidence it needs to make you a fair and reasonable settlement offer and vehemently advocate for you during negotiations what types of injuries can cause headaches after a car accident there are numerous injuries that can result in and headaches after a car accident did you know that even the stress of the accident itself can cause headaches if you developed a headache after being rear-ended it’s possible you have what is known as post- Whiplash headache this type of headache generally originates at the base of the skull and the pain is most pronounced where the neck and the head meet one of the most serious causes of headaches after a car accident is traumatic brain injury which usually results from a Blow To The Head this type of headache tends to be dull aching and localized to one area it also may be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea confusion and memory loss head or neck fractures can cause headaches as well but chances are you would know if you have any because you were likely rush to the hospital pain from fractures is intense and may appear alongside other concerning symptoms such as seizures when the neck gets compressed during a car accident a pinched nerve may result with a pinched nerve you may experience pain in the back of your head that radiates to your forehead you may also have numbness and tingling in the areas affected by the nerve finally muscle strains and spasms can cause headaches by affecting the soft tissue in the upper back neck and head while they rarely are a major cause for concern they could result in further damage to the muscle or reinjury if not treated promptly tension headaches or headaches that affect your whole head generally are the result of a muscle strain or spasm call us today to learn how we can help with your headaches if you take anything away from this video we hope that it’s the importance of working with a personal injury firm following your accident we’re not even saying you have to go with our firm insurance companies are not your friend if they can get away with providing you with a lowball settlement that is generally what they’ll do with an attorney in your corner the results are likely to be far more favorable we hope you found this video helpful if you have please hit the like button below and if you’d like to consult with us about your accident we are standing by 24/7 to assist thanks for tuning in.